Production and Process Development Manager Secondary Gas Insulated Switchgear, Europe

At ABB we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here progress is an expectation - for you your team and the world. As a global market leader well give you what you need to make it happen. It wont always be easy growing takes grit. But at ABB youll never run alone. Run what runs the world.

This Position reports to:

EUROPEAN PRODUCTION AND PROCESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

ABB Electrification offers a leadership role in a global technology company with a clear focus on sustainability and innovation.

At ABB we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care courage curiosity and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity inclusion and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. Write the next chapter of your ABB story.

This position reports to the Business Manager Operations - Europe Secondary Gas Insulated Switchgear Europe

Your role and responsibilities:

ABB is a global technology leader in electrification and automation enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future. By connecting its engineering and digitalization expertise ABB helps industries run at high performance while becoming more efficient productive and sustainable so they outperform. At ABB we call this Engineered to Outrun.

We are currently hiring a senior leader to drive capacity expansion enable successful new product introductions and ensure operational excellence with focus on digitalization and customer satisfaction throughout our manufacturing facilities in Skien Norway and Prasznysz Poland.

The position requires close collaboration with diverse teams especially production management and R&D and the ability to build strong relationships and assemble high-performing teams across geographical locations. You will lead approximately 50 dedicated professionals across both sites.

With strong growth and continuous innovation of our new SF6-free products this is a pivotal role offering exceptional opportunities for the right candidate. If this sounds like the kind of challenge you are looking for we would love to hear from you!

Key responsibilities:

• Shape and execute the European manufacturing strategy in line with ABBs global goals
• Drive capacity planning investments and budget ownership (CAPEX/OPEX)
• Lead digitalization and process improvements to support growth and efficiency
• Oversee industrialization of new products and ensure quality cost and performance targets
• Align cross-functional processes and infrastructure (e.g. IT systems)
• Deliver on key milestones such as pilot series and technology transfers
• Build and develop high-performing teams across locations
• Promote continuous improvement and share best practices
• Role includes travel and can be based in Skien Norway or Przasnysz Poland

Qualifications for the role:

• Master degree in industrial/mechanical engineering or equivalent experience
• Solid leadership experience in manufacturing and/or engineering functions
• Strategic pragmatic entrepreneurial and solution-oriented mindset
• Proven ability to build and lead diverse high-performing teams
• Collaborative culturally aware and customer-focused

What we offer:

At ABB youre not just taking a job youre gaining an opportunity to grow. We place great emphasis on personal and career development offering an inclusive and flexible work environment where you can thrive. We believe that diversity is key to creating innovative solutions!

• The opportunity to work in an international company with engaging projects
• Focus on your personal development and career opportunities
• A collaborative work environment with an emphasis on collaboration and diversity
• Competitive salary along with comprehensive insurance and pension plans
• Access to on-site fitness facilities corporate sports activities and company cabins
• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance

We look forward to receiving your application and CV through ABBs job portal.
Application deadline: 29th October 2025

For your information this position will be handled by Skagerak Consulting. For more information about the position please contact our advisor at Skagerak Consulting: Erik Aasmundtveit phone:

ABB is a supplier of critical infrastructure. Personnel safety is therefore important to ABB and our collaboration with Meditor ABB in Norway conducts background checks on candidates who receive offers of employment. This is to ensure compliance with ABBs guidelines for recruitment and personnel safety as well as compliance with legal requirements related to trade sanctions. Candidates will be asked to provide relevant information.

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